64 12 160 Removing and installing or replacing complete independent heater with bracket: Recycling

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Fuel escapes when fuel line is detached. Have a suitable collecting vessel ready.

Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER (FRONT SECTION)
Remove FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION

Release screws (1).

Remove lower left cover (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Lower Left Cover Screws

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Release spring clamps (1) and detach coolant hoses.

Installation note:

Top up coolant and vent cooling system.

Unlock and detach fuel line (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Fuel Line And Spring Clamps

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Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Unfasten screws (2).

Lower independent heater (3).

Installation note:

Make independent heater (3) is correctly seated.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Plug Connections And Screws

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Release spring strap (1) and detach coolant hose (3).

Remove independent heater (3).

Fig 4: Identifying Independent Heater, Spring Strap And Coolant Hose

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